Doing a layoff well is possible. Lots of companies mess it up, to be sure. But you can do a layoff that treats people well and accomplishes the main goal: to make the company stronger.

It’s a lot of hard work, but this video shows how you can do a layoff, treat people with dignity, retain your humanity, and build a stronger company.

REFERENCES:
I have two short videos on layoffs referenced in the video, they are:

Why the Layoffs:    • Why the Layoffs  
Layoff Blame Game:    • Layoff Blame Game  

CHAPTERS:
00:00 Introduction
00:43 Who am I
00:59 Why Layoffs are hard
01:43 Goal of a Layoff
02:57 Planning
03:07 Who
08:51 When
10:56 How
13:17 Preparation
13:29 Secure the Stars
14:42 Build a Package
16:00 Rude FAQ
16:41 Plan the Future
18:29 Execution
18:48 Those Leaving
20:33 Those Staying
22:43 Outside and Press
23:31 Follow Through
25:42 Summary

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DISCLAIMER:
The opinions, information, and advice in this video are mine alone. It may not be applicable to you or your situation. It might not even be legal where you are. Please check your local HR, Legal, or other resources before implementing any of it.